Meet Cleveland, one of the 27 dogs rescued during a dogfighting raid in December 2011.Cleveland had a long journey from his days locked in a cage in a basement. He had to learn how to go to the bathroom outside, about toys and most importantly, learn what love meant. Yet, despite him overcoming these obstacles, his adoption was almost prevented by a case of discrimination.

After meeting Cleveland at the Paws-4-A-Cause event, Phil could not live without him. Multiple Breed Rescue processed his application, but when it came to the landlord portion, Phil’s landlord said “Pit bull? No way.” Without his landlord’s permission, Cleveland could not legally go live with Phil. So he made the decision, he would move. Phil began searching for a place that would allow him to have Cleveland as a part of his home. After searching for about a month, Phil found a new home in Burton, with a landlord who not only accepted Cleveland’s breed, but was thrilled to have a rescue dog coming to his home. Cleveland made the trek on June 30th and the two could not be happier.

Breed Specific Legislation is a very difficult thing for rescues to overcome. While the state of Ohio passed H.B 14, it is now up to individual cities and counties to adjust their laws. Landlords and private owners will always have the right to discriminate, but if more people work to advocate and educate on the danger of BSL and the truths about pit bulls and other bully breeds, more dogs can be saved. You can also look up Nitro’s law for information.

Multiple Breed Rescue

Multiple Breed Rescue is a 501c(3) nonprofit animal rescue located in Northeast Ohio.

Our featured adoption

Meet Queenie! She is a 1 year old lab mix with lots of energy and love. Queenie's hobbies include playing fetch, running through the back yard, long walks, and excited snuggles. Queenie loves attention. She happily climbs into laps for cuddles, and enjoys being around her people, both in the house and outside. She will be a great dog for an active owner or family, and can't wait to meet her forever family!

Queenie's life before rescue wasn't so happy, even if she is still full of love for people. She is truly becoming a different dog than what she was when we first brought her into the rescue, and we are so excited to watch her continue to blossom. Queenie needs a family who will understand her special circumstances, and will work with her to improve her trust in men and her confidence in herself. A family or owner with previous dog experience is preferred. If you think you could be Queenie's happily-ever-after, fairy tale ending, please send us your application! Queenie is looking forward to meeting you!